Economy Class Syndrome
April 26th, 2007
- Also known as Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) where a blood clot is formed in the vein deep beneath the skin and prevents blood from flowing to the heart. Symptoms include breathing difficulty, swelling or pain in the leg, feeling faint and chest pains.
- DVT occurs during long-distance travel in a plane, train or car where movements are confined or when there is a long period of inactivity.
- People with cancer or had undergone major surgery or are injured are at a higher risk of developing DVT.
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